Linux for Beginners

A hands on and practical introduction of Linux

This early release (ongoing) course will give you a foundational knowledge to quickly get started with Linux. You will learn practical examples packaged in easy-to-follow videos that give you just enough knowledge to use Linux.

This course includes a GitHub repository with challenges to practice covered concepts with exercises included.

There is a strong focus on using the terminal exclusively for this course, which is the best way to ensure a wide variety of Linux environments can be used with almost no difference in concepts.

The course will not cover deep Linux internals or advanced usage. It will also not go through specialized scenarios that are meant to pass a Linux certification.

Learn objectives

• Use a terminal to navigate the file system
• Understand different Linux versions and use readily available versions without installing Linux
• Use a shell with common features
• Create and edit files using a terminal text editor
• Manage system processes and services
• Install and remove packages

About your instructor

Alfredo Deza has over a decade of experience as a Software Engineer doing DevOps, automation, and scalable system architecture. Before getting into technology he participated in the 2004 Olympic Games and was the first-ever World Champion in High Jump representing Peru. He currently works in Developer Relations at Microsoft and is an Adjunct Professor at Duke University. This solid background in technology and teaching, including his past experience as a Linux system administrator is seen throughout this course, where you will get a first-hand experience with high-level knowledge and practical examples.

Resources

• Pytest Master Class

• Practical MLOps book